Irreligion: A Mathematician Explains Why the Arguments for God Just Don't Add Up

Are there any logical reasons to believe in God? Mathematician and best-selling author John Allen Paulos thinks not. In Irreligion he presents the case for his own worldview, organizing his book into 12 chapters that refute the 12 arguments most often put forward for believing in God's existence.

I have already listened to it twice. I enjoyed the way the author tried to make the reader understand the fact that as an Atheist / Agnostic you are almost vilified. As if morals are the exclusive right of those people who are religious.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Irreligion?

When the author talks about the fact that Atheists / Agnostics are the most under represented group in this country. I don't think people understand that you can not become President of this country if you are not a Christian. It's very difficult to choose a a political group when none of them share your views.

What about Dick Hill’s performance did you like?

Dick Hill is one of the best narrators i have heard. He makes listening to even a dry book enjoyable. I always know that a book will be at least bearable no matter how boring it is.

If you could give Irreligion a new subtitle, what would it be?

I liked the fact that the current title is tells you what is in the book. You can guess that there will be some kind of mathematical equations at some point. Don't let that scare you off. It's not that tough to understand if try and look at it with a logical mind set.

Any additional comments?

This is not a lazy day, easy breezy book. It will require you to pay attention and try to understand . That's why you get a book like this.

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